December weather forecast
Whitshed, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Whitshed, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, the average high-temperature rests at a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during December stays at a still subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Whitshed is 81%.

Rainfall

In Whitshed, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Whitshed. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:44 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Whitshed, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Whitshed?

In Whitshed, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 17.76" (451mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Whitshed is December, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:44 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitshed have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Whitshed.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Whitshed, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Whitshed, AK

Average temperature in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitshed, AK

Average pressure in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.68"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitshed, AK

Average wind speed in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitshed, AK

Average humidity in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitshed, AK

Average rainfall in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 8.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitshed, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitshed, AK

Average snowfall in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 17.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitshed, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Whitshed, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitshed, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitshed, AK

Average UV index in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Whitshed, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in December
Whitshed, AK

Average visibility in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and December (5mi).

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